Top-Rated Roofing Contractors in Richmond, VA
Compare 72 categorized roofing contractors and 76 roofing-eligible listingsin the Richmond area. Browse all Virginia markets.
Richmond, VA
Top-Rated Roofers in Richmond, VA (2026)
Ranked by Google star rating, then by number of reviews. Every roofer below holds at least a 4.0-star average from verified Google reviews. Treat this as a starting shortlist, not an endorsement: always confirm license, insurance, and a written estimate before you hire.
Finding a Roofing Contractor in Richmond, VA
Roofer Directory lists 76 roofing-eligible contractors in the Richmond, VA market, including 72businesses categorized specifically as roofing companies. Together these listings hold 7,308 Google reviews, and the average rating across them is 4.8 stars. Every contractor shown here maintains at least a 4.0-star rating, and 63 hold a 4.7 or higher.
The Richmond area is one of Virginia's active roofing markets. The highest-rated roofer currently listed here is Cenvar Roofing - Richmond, with a 5.0-star rating across 117 Google reviews.
Ratings and review counts come straight from Google and are shown as-is. Before you hire, confirm each contractor's license and insurance: requirements vary by state, so check the appropriate state board and ask for proof of coverage. Our guide on how to verify a roofing license by state walks through where to look, and how to choose a roofing contractor covers the questions worth asking before you sign anything.
Comparing quotes is the fastest way to gauge fair pricing in Richmond. You can request a free estimate from a local roofing contractor, or read up on what a new roof costs in 2026 and when to repair versus replace before you start. Browse all Virginia roofing markets to compare nearby cities.
Roof Replacement Costs in Richmond
The national average for a full asphalt shingle roof replacement is about $9,500 in 2026, and most homeowners land between $5,800 and $46,000 depending on roof size, pitch, and material. Because Richmond, VA carries a high storm-risk profile, many homeowners here weigh impact-rated (Class 4) shingles, which raise the upfront price but can earn insurance premium discounts. Compare two or three written quotes from Richmond contractors, and read our full roof cost breakdown before you sign anything.
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Richmond, VA Storm Risk & Roof Damage History
Over the past 70 years, Richmond, VA has recorded 1,677 severe weather events and $54.5M in property damage. With 10.4 hail events, 41.2 wind events, and 44 tornadoes on record, homeowners in Richmond should plan for regular roof inspections, especially after May–August.
Based on NOAA data from 1956-2025. How storms affect roof lifespan →
After major hail or wind, review our hail damage insurance guide and storm chaser scam checklist before hiring a contractor.
Hail Damage History in Richmond, VA
Richmond, VA has recorded 294 hail events since 1956, averaging 10.4 per year. The average hail size is 1.12", with the largest recorded hailstone measuring 3" (baseball-sized).
74% of hail events in Richmond, VA produce stones 1 inch or larger — the threshold at which asphalt shingles typically begin sustaining granule loss, cracking, and other damage that can shorten roof lifespan.
Hail exposure is one of the biggest factors in roof lifespan. Learn how long your roof should last by material type, then compare local Richmond contractor listings.
Richmond, VA Storm Season: Month-by-Month Breakdown
Peak storm season in Richmond, VA runs from May through August. The best time to schedule a roof inspection is immediately after, in September.
See our seasonal roof maintenance checklist for what to inspect and when.
Richmond, VA Severe Weather Trend (Last 15 Years)
2025 was the most active year with 158 events and $535K in property damage.
Most Damaging Storms in Richmond, VA
The 5 costliest severe weather events recorded in Richmond, VA, ranked by property damage. Understanding your area's storm history helps determine when to repair vs. replace your roof.
Rainfall amounts between 5 and 10 inches resulted in numerous road closures due to flooding.
National Weather Service
Tropical Storm Isabel produced tropical storm force sustained winds and wind gusts over the piedmont of central and south central Virginia, as it crossed the Wakefield WFO county warning area. Isabel made landfall near Ocracoke Inlet in North Carolina, tracked northwest into central Virginia just west of Richmond, then continued northward into western Pennsylvania. The highest sustained wind speed recorded was 38 mph at Richmond International Airport. The highest gusts recorded were 73 mph at...
National Weather Service
Very heavy rain from Hurricane Floyd produced widespread flooding and flash flooding across much of central and eastern Virginia, and northeast North Carolina. Rainfall amounts generally ranged from near 7 inches from eastern Caroline county to Richmond City to Brunswick, Lunenburg and Mecklenburg counties, to 12 to 18 inches in much of the Virginia Tidewater. Numerous roads were washed out due to flooding. Many areas normally prone only to flooding of poor drainage and low lying areas exper...
National Weather Service
Recent Severe Weather in Richmond, VA
VDOT reported lane closures due to standing water on VA-145 near Dorsey Road and Kingsland Road.
Flooding was reported at Pump Road near Three Chopt Road in Short Pump.
A reported lightning strike caused a crawl space fire in a single-family home on the 4600 block of Lee Street in Chester, VA.
An NWS employee reported a large tree down on the side of I-95 northbound near mile marker 60.
A tree fell down onto Pemberton Road near I-64.
Data: NOAA Storm Events Database (National Centers for Environmental Information). Last updated 2026-06-12. Covers 1956-2025. Hail, wind, and tornado data from 1956. All event types from 1996. See how Richmond compares on our U.S. Storm Risk Index.
Protect Your Richmond Roof After Storm Season
With a storm risk score of 57/100, regular roof inspections are recommended for Richmond homeowners — especially after the May–August peak season.
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